CNN's Glenn Beck's Tribute to Pres. Gordon B. Hinckley

I watched this on another friend's blog and watching it brought me to tears. It's the first time I've cried since President Hinckley's death. My main emotion has been happiness for President Hinckley. Finally being able to be with his wife and for having lived such a great and true life. I guess I also felt secure in knowing that with his passing, a prophet, but not the Lord's voice and direction, were taken from the earth. It's a good feeling to know that another prophet has been prepared by the Lord and ready to become his mouth-piece. It's a good feeling to know that I am not lost, wondering what will happen next or how I'll make it through another day, but can feel sincere gratitute and appreciation for a wonderful man, example, testimony, and prophet and look forward with hope and gratitude for a new prophet representing the same person, our Savior. It's good in this turbulent world to have such a sure footing and knowledge. What a gift the gospel and a testimony are.

Boo!

Connor was really good at entertaining himself while I made dinner tonight. I saw him looking into the cabinet and banging around with the pots and pans, but I never expected to look down and see him closing the door behind him! I burst out laughing and ran for the camera. He loves playing "boo" and "scaring" us. I may have to fain shock while making dinner for awhile now.:)

New Tricks

Today Connor has turned the TV on and off with his elbow and walked up the stairs with his hands in his pockets. Tricky.

Birthday Take Two

Connor's no fool. A few days after his birthday he asked for some cake. Then he found a birthday hat and asked for help putting that on. Then he wanted up in his highchair. I'm surprised he didn't request a song and some presents!

Playdoh

Connor's discovered the world of Playdoh. He loves it. He wakes up asking for "plo" (long "o"). He likes to make snakes and balls the best. I think this is a craze that is going to stick around for awhile.

All Hail the 2 Year Old!

One of the best presents for Connor's B-day is that Byron was home because of Martin Luther King Day. Byron's Mom also came into town on Sunday which was really fun for all of us. Here some highlights of the day:

Connor was thrilled when more presents were presented. After Christmas and his birthday, February's going to be a cold, sad month.:)

Feeling a little hesitant to blow out the candle. He was much more interested in eating the M&M's off of the caboose of the train,
Sneakily tyring to open a present before anyone notices,
Playing with said present. We want to be a ball player now!
We love having a 2 year old!

Connor's Cake!

Connor turns 2 tomorrow and there is big excitement around our house because of it. Byron's Mom came into town today and Connor's loved showing "Mimi" his new trains and tricks. I made Connor's B-day cake tonight and I have to say I'm "pumped out of my mind" about it (that one was for you Mikelle!). Hope he loves his train cake!